In Chapter 259 of The Bond Between Us novel, the narrative takes a riveting turn, plunging readers deeper into the intricacies of Anastasia and Herman's evolving relationship. As the couple grapples with the shocking revelation of their shared past, the town of Riverdale becomes a backdrop for both confrontations and moments of quiet introspection.
Chapter 259 opens with Anastasia attempting to piece together the fragments of her forgotten memories, haunted by the striking resemblance of their daughter to a past she never knew she had. The quaint charm of Riverdale transforms into a landscape of uncertainty as Herman, determined to unearth the truth, confronts Anastasia with questions that demand answers.
Anastasia didn't beat around the bush, "She said some confusing stuff, seems like you're quite popular."
Herman eyed Anastasia's reaction, "There's nothing going on between her and me." He needed to make that clear ASAP, no messing around.
Flynn also chimed in, "Anastasia, I can vouch for my brother. He and that Julie, they don’t have any relationship. She has no chance of becoming my sister-in-law."
Did they just dig themselves into a deeper hole?
Anastasia nodded, "I knew it. Saw it coming last time."
Herman gazed at Anastasia, "What others want from me, that's their business. I only have feelings for you."
Their two spectators were left speechless. Expressing affection didn't have to make the single folks feel awkward, did it?
Anastasia suddenly felt shy. He could save the sweet nothings for when they got home. In front of others, her cheeks went crimson. Anastasia whispered bashfully, "I get it. You don't have to lay it on so thick."
Feelings was a more real, moving word than love.
Herman glanced at Flynn and Collin. They were tactfully looking down at their food, trying to change the subject.
Collin said, "The night looks great tonight."
Flynn said, "I think it's great too. Clear skies, bright moon, and twinkling stars."
Before he finished, thunder boomed in the sky. It seemed even gods couldn't stand these two talking nonsense. The room only had one small window open, so how could they see clear skies, a bright moon, and twinkling stars?
Anastasia couldn't help but laugh. Collin and Flynn didn't feel embarrassed. Collin raised his glass, "Herman, Anastasia, here's to you. May you be forever happy, and have children soon."
The forever happy part was nice, but the children part was a bit off. Collin didn't know that Anastasia couldn't have children, and neither could Herman.
Flynn, seeing the situation go south, subtly kicked Collin as a hint to stop talking. Collin was confused and didn't catch on, "Flynn, why did you kick me?"
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